Concrete Finisher

BirdDogHR; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in a full-time position that offers the opportunity to work outdoors and develop your skills in concrete placement and finishing. This role involves a variety of tasks, from molding and polishing concrete surfaces to ensuring compliance with safety regulations. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides excellent benefits, including health insurance and a retirement plan. If you're ready to take on a physically demanding role and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience preferred.
• Must know how to use hand-held and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Placing forms for concrete and ensuring quality results.
• Finishing concrete surfaces and applying sealing compounds.
• Assisting construction crew with various duties.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Mathematics knowledge

Ability to perform heavy physical work

Education

3 years of experience

Tools

Hand-held tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Placing forms that hold concrete to ensure the required depth and pitch is received.
• Monitoring the effect heat, wind and cold have on curing concrete to ensure high-quality results.
• Molding and removing edges on expansion joints and sides.
• Installing anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
• Polishing surfaces using smoothing materials, abrasive tools, and surfacing machines.
• Aligning forms for sidewalks, curbs, and gutters.
• Waterproofing, damp-proofing and restoring concrete surfaces.
• Compacting materials using power vibrators to create leveled bases.
• Finishing concrete surfaces with rough or smooth patterns depending on the customers preference.
• Signaling truck drivers and moving chutes to facilitate pouring concrete onto forms.
• Casting and spreading concrete to patch voids.
• Applying hardening and sealing compounds to cure the surface of concrete.
• Mixing concrete to correct specifications.
• Ensuring a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Properly following all company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Assisting construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling, raking and running wheelbarrow.
• Performing general labor duties when necessary.
• Performing daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Assisting in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience preferred.
• Must know how to use hand-held and power tools like cutting saws, power vibrators, polishers, and edging tools.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of mathematics and basic calculations.
• Effective communication with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with others.
• Ability to perform with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work, often under adverse weather conditions.
• Availability to work overtime.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot potential issues.

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Provide valid documentation for I-9 Documents (DL, Social Security Card, Birth Certificate).
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Willingness to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a full-time hourly position paying between $18-22, dependent upon skill set and experience. The following benefits are included after a 90-day probation period:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 100% Paid Premium for Employee by Company.
• Basic Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plan (with company matching).
• Paid Vacation.
• Paid Holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.